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SS Backwards Longhorn Meats is a family-owned and run business registered with the Illinois Department of Agriculture. We are located in western Illinois, 45 miles south of Springfield. We serve all areas of Alton, Bethalto, Brighton, Godfrey, Jerseyville, Greenfield and more. BEEF can be purchased from our home, or at Farmers Markets during the spring/summer seasons. We sell our products at the Alton and Edwardsville Farmers Markets. The Meat sticks can be shipped but we do NOT ship frozen products. Longhorn beef is leaner than that of other breeds, it is also lower in saturated fats. The flavorful Longhorn beef has less cholesterol and calories than chicken. Including lean beef in a heart-healthy diet can positively impact blood cholesterol levels. Studies have shown that eating lean beef can help increase 'good' cholesterol and reduce 'bad' cholesterol in people with elevated cholesterol levels. Nutritional content of Longhorn beef (based on a 3.5oz serving): Calories–140, Protein– 25.5, Fat–3.7, and Cholesterol–61.5. Want a healthy snack? Try our Lean Beef Snack sticks available in teriyaki, jalapeno and regular flavors.
SS Backwards Longhorn Meats lists grass-fed on their public-facing materials. These are the producer’s own claims; we do not independently audit them.